The Opportunity

Are you a linguist with the power to open doors to new cultures, perspectives, and global opportunities? Can you transform the challenge of learning a second language into an exciting journey of discovery for your students?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled French Teacher to join a dedicated Languages faculty in Peterborough. As a diverse and rapidly growing cathedral city with strong international links and a multi-cultural community, Peterborough provides a rich environment for a MFL specialist. We are looking for an educator who can build linguistic confidence and foster a genuine passion for the Francophone world.

Core Responsibilities

• Pedagogical Excellence: Planning and delivering high-energy, immersive lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5, with a focus on GCSE and A-Level French.

• Linguistic Fluency: Developing students’ skills across the four key pillars: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing, with a heavy emphasis on authentic phonics and spontaneous talk.

• Cultural Leadership: Bringing the French-speaking world to life in the classroom, exploring the literature, cinema, music, and traditions of France and beyond (including Quebec, North Africa, and the Caribbean).

• Curriculum Innovation: Integrating digital tools and language-learning software to enhance vocabulary retention and provide interactive, real-time feedback.

• Exam Mastery: Guiding examination cohorts through AQA or Pearson Edexcel specifications, with a clinical focus on translation skills, photo card descriptions, and literary analysis at Key Stage 5.

• International Advocacy: Leading extracurricular initiatives such as European Day of Languages, spelling bees, and coordinating potential exchange programmes or virtual links with partner schools abroad.

Why This School?

• Peterborough’s Global Outlook: Work in a city that values communication and connectivity, providing an ideal setting to champion the economic and social benefits of being bilingual.

• Collaborative MFL Faculty: Join a supportive team of linguists who value "target language" teaching and share creative resources for GCSE and A-Level success.

• Modern Language Labs: Benefit from well-resourced classrooms equipped with interactive technology and dedicated audio-visual tools to support listening and speaking assessments.

• Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD through the Association for Language Learning (ALL), external examiner training, and clear pathways toward Head of MFL or International Coordinator.

Candidate Profile

• Qualification: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a strong honours degree in French or a related Modern Foreign Languages discipline.

• Subject Knowledge: Near-native fluency in French and a deep understanding of the grammatical structures and cultural nuances of the language.

• Pedagogy: A proven track record of securing strong student progress and the ability to inspire confidence in learners of all starting points.

• Character: A charismatic, resilient, and articulate educator who can model a love for languages and encourage students to take risks in their communication.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV today.